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European stocks exhibited a flat performance on Friday, reflecting a lack of clear direction as investors digested a diverse range of corporate earnings reports. The pan-European STOXX 600 index remained steady at 508.9 points by 0710 GMT, heading towards its second consecutive week of losses after hitting a two-month low …

European stocks opened flat on Tuesday, with gains in the technology sector balancing out losses in metal miners. This balanced start follows the market’s best performance in over a month on Monday. Driving the technology sector’s upward momentum were strong earnings reports from software giant SAP and computer peripherals manufacturer …

European shares faced a challenging day on Friday, extending their weekly losses as a combination of factors weighed on investor sentiment. The pan-European STOXX 600 index experienced a significant decline of 0.6%, reaching a two-week low, amid a widespread sell-off across various sectors. The travel and leisure sector suffered the …

European shares experienced a modest rebound on Thursday, driven by gains in the energy sector, which offset declines in technology stocks. However, investor attention remained firmly fixed on the European Central Bank’s (ECB) impending interest rate decision. The pan-European STOXX 600 index edged 0.3% higher, breaking a three-day losing streak. …

European shares opened lower for the third consecutive day on Wednesday, primarily dragged down by Dutch semiconductor firm ASML’s disappointing forecast and apprehensions over potential stricter trade rules from the United States. Key Points: STOXX 600 Declines: The pan-European STOXX 600 index experienced a 0.3% drop, with the technology sub-index …

Germany’s inflation rate cooled down to 2.5% in June, according to the federal statistics office’s final figures released on Thursday. This confirms the initial estimates and marks a decline from the 2.8% year-on-year increase in May. The harmonized consumer price index, which allows for comparison with other European Union countries, …

European stocks saw a modest rise on Wednesday, driven by positive corporate earnings reports. However, gains were tempered by weakness in oil and metal prices, and investors remained cautious ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s second day of testimony, seeking further clues on interest rate policy. Market Performance and …

German exports experienced a sharper-than-expected decline in May, as weak demand from major trading partners such as China, the U.S., and other European countries weighed on the nation’s economic performance. According to data released by the federal statistics office, exports fell by 3.6% in May compared to the previous month, …

European stocks enjoyed a boost on Wednesday, buoyed by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s encouraging remarks and anticipation surrounding key political events in France and the UK. The pan-European STOXX 600 index rose 0.3%, marking its second gain in seven sessions. Investor sentiment was lifted by Powell’s comments regarding “significant …

European stocks experienced a decline on Tuesday, reaching a two-week low as the initial relief rally following the first round of French parliamentary elections subsided. Investors now await crucial euro zone inflation data for June, which could provide insights into the future path of interest rates. Market Performance The pan-European …